1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | RZ | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
